RULE 61

Men like flowers too

Everyone knows that women like to be given flowers. And chocolate. They’re classic gifts to show a woman that you love her, and it’s not really about the flowers or the chocolate – lovely though they may be – it’s the gesture that’s important. It’s the fact that her partner cared enough to think of bringing her something to show for it.

So what’s wrong with reversing the tradition? Why shouldn’t men get to enjoy these thoughtful little gifts too? We also like flowers and chocolate.* We like anything that shows us that you were thinking of us and wanted to let us know you love us.

And let’s not limit ourselves to flowers and chocolates. Giving your partner a gift to show you love them is always a good thing to do, ...

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